Canyoning in Corsica


The Verghellu canyon

From the Corte-Ile Rousse region, and even from Bastia and Ajaccio.


The Verghellu is one of the most complete and amusing canyons that Corsica has to offer.
Everything is brought together so that the shared experience is fun while remaining accessible to everyone (initiation level canyon).
In 4 hours all of the elements of canyoning are brought together: Dives, toboggans, rappel and zipeline.
This is a mountain canyon where the clear water will amaze those who love nature.


The Verghellu canyon

The Verghellu canyon
To participate in a descent, reservation is mandatory 

 Canyoning shoes are available to rent :
10 € per person
The Verghellu canyon

By phone : +33 4 20 19 09 09
Mail : infos@canyon-corse.com

Discover the Verghellu Canyon

Price : 55 € per person

This canyon is scheduled daily from June to September 
  • Mentoring by : a Nationally Certified Canyoning Instructor
  • Number of participants with an instructor : 12
  • Difficulty : This is an initiation level canyon that does not demand any prior experience, a good physical condition is recommended in order to make the most out of this activity.
  • Age : From 10 years old
  • Period : June to September
  • Duration of the activity : 4 hours
  • Approach walk to canyon : 20 minutes
  • Walk back : 3 minutes

Canyoning is a sports activity, each participant must know how to swim, you must be aware that the group will evolve in a specific environment which can be dangerous. Despite the presence of an instructor, an accident may occur and the instructor may not be held responsible for it.
No jump is required.

Gears provided by our agency :
  • Harness
  • Helmet
  • Wetsuit
  • Backpack
Must have gears not provided by our agency :
  • Swimsuit
  • Sports shoes (Water shoes are not allowed, they do not provide adequate protection)
  • One water bottle per person
  • One energy cereals bar per person

Geographical Situation

The canyon is located in the Verghellu Valley, between Venaco and Vivario.

Access by car :
From Ajaccio: 1h10min
From Ile Rousse: 1h00
From Corte: 15min

Meeting place :
The meeting place for departure is at the pont Eiffel (Eiffel Bridge) between the villages of Vivario and Venaco .



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Video of Canyoning in the Verghellu


10 reasons to choose the Verghellu canyon with Canyon Corse

- Water quality, no house nearby
- Various obstacles that can always be avoided
- A preserved nature site in the heart of the Rotondo nature reserve
- The highlight of the show : an ejection slide  for many emotions
- An easy approach walk and almost no return walk
- A canyoning still little known and little frequented
- Qualified monitors and specialists in this canyon
- New canyoning equipment with the possibility of renting professional shoes
- Canyon easy to access for holiday-makers from Calvi, Ile Rousse
- An initiation canyon that has all the ingredients of a real descent

All about the Verghellu Canyon

The Verghellu is a complete canyon of discovery suitable to both beginners and advanced people.

It's a montainous canyon whose crystal clear water will be appreciated by Nature lovers.

Located near Corte, between the villages of Vivario and Venaco, it is one of the most beautiful canyoning tour in the Center of Corsica, very aquatic and wild.

For people staying in Balagne, Calvi - Ile Rousse area, it is the nearest and the most accessible introduction descent.

You will find the best obstacles : numerous jumps in clear water pools, natural slides including one ejectable.

Easy to access, it offers all the essential assets to experience playful moments in the magical Verghellu forest.

The children from the age of 10 can take part in the descent without any difficulties. They will be equipped with material perfectly adapted to their template. They will be fond of the funny aspect of that canyon.

We provide all the equipment necessary for the descent : neoprene wetsuit, helmet, harness. For more comfort, special canyoning shoes can be rented. If needed, think about it when you make your booking.

During the whole activity, you will be with canyoning instructors who perfectly know the spot. As professionals, they ensure you the safety and smooth running of the activity.